Banana Leaf

I absolutely love this place. 

When we walked in the restaurant we were warmly greeted by the hostess and seated right away.  The restaurant is very clean and spacious and the service is friendly and efficient.

Penang fried rice P168

Nasi Goreng P168

The menu is large and I was amazed at how many dishes they had to offer.  I ordered Penang fried rice and Tom Yum. While my friend  Mel ordered Nasi Goreng and Thai Green Curry Chicken with Eggplant & Sweet Basil.

Tom Yam Kung P178

Thai green chicken curry P208

Both dishes were huge! The flavors were excellent as well. The Thai green curry chicken is the star of the our table. Curry is thick and not oily, doesn't dry out, food remains moist if the curry comes in contact with it. 

The Tom yum tasted good as well the serving was good enough for two.I am definitely coming back here and wholeheartedly recommend this restaurant to everyone.

happy tummy Ü

Stackers Eastwood

I always want to eat burger it was one of my comfort food, but lately I noticed I'm gaining more pounds. So  went on a diet

It was not an strict diet anyways so forget about it. And so we decided to take a quick breakfast at Stacker in Eastwood.

Auss'm burger huh?? Taste test  =)

Located right next to Agave Mexican Cantina and in front of the pricey Johnny Rockets. IT was a teeny restaurant with a cheerful crew. There was also an Al fresco area so customer can smoke while looking the busy street of Eastwood.



Inside Stackers

It wasn't a big price difference

I read the menu though Already know what I want. I'm still contemplating between the double patty and a single patty burger.



 

My Crunchy Burger

 I ordered the Crunchy Burger for P165. It was a single patty burger with lettuce, mayo, Texmex sauce crunchified with crispy strips. Winner!!! I just added P60.00 for a regular soda and small fries.

Don't forget my fries and soda =)

In total I spent P225.00 what a bargain, for a tasty burger =)

I will definitely go back .

Happy Tummy Ü

P400 for P1000 Worth of Flavorful Fare at Chelsea Market & Café

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Buffet Breakfast at Something Fishy Eastwood (2012)

Last Sunday I was looking some place to eat where I can be satisfied. I was also considering the value for my money,Since it was Sunday most of therestaurant in Eastwoood were closed, which was a good thing because I ate at Something Fishy.It's been a while since the last time ive been  here. I really can't remember when. They also increased their price from P119 to P149  If I remembered  it correctly it was P119 but now its for P149. I went inside and asked the waiter for any available seats.It was jam packed on a sunny Sunny Sunday morning so we decided to seat outside.

The food selection was way better than before. I'm impressed.They are now serving continental, American and traditional Filipino breakfast.

Also waiters refill the food quickly which is a good thing for a buffet  breakfast.

Pork and Chicken Adobo

 heavy breakfast

Beef mami and Tokwa

Pan De Sal

Daing na Bangus

sliced apples, peaches and bananas

Ham tastes good

my 2nd plate

waffles

my dessert and final plate

Nothing really fancy, but definitely a value for money.

For P149 it did passed my expectations.Kudos to Something fishy they did not sacrifice the taste of the food for the price. The waffles are the best and the scrambled eggs.I will definitely go back. 

By the way for the most updated price and reservation please refer to the picture below. 

Brother's Burger Happy Hour

In spirit of the forthcoming Christmas Season, Brothers Burger will be having a 10-days promo, Yes! 10-days!!! This is our way of saying THANK YOU for making us the No. 1 Gourmet Burger Restaurant in the Metro!



Its HAPPY HOURS @ Brothers Burger!!! from 6pm - 9pm, avail your favorite BIG BROTHERS BURGER for only P99!


Every evening, from December 1-10, 2010, You can indulge your cravings for a BIG BROTHERS BURGER after work, treat your friends, or bring home to your family!!!

Drop by participating Brother's Burger branches on the promo time and date to avail of the promotion

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Convergys

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Malate

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Krung Thai

In the heart of Marikina  lies a hidden restaurant like no other.I visited Krung Thai after my  tiring trip from Coron. A friend of mine invited me over to eat out after a stressful shift. I asserted to eat at Krung Thai in Marikina to make the dine out more exciting. Both of us was not familiar with the place but because of our determination we were able to locate the restaurant.

The facade

At first I didn't recognized it because it was situated in the public market of Sta Elena. I've been reading reviews about Krung Thai on the internet, that aside from it's authentic Thai recipe it was also inexpensive.So let check what it has to offer. =)

Inside Krung Thai

We were the only customer that late afternoon.I didn't pay attention too much on the ambiance i twas just plain and simple. 

The menu

When the waiter  hand to me the menu I already knew what I want. Thai iced tea, pad Thai and crispy catfish.

I'm craving for those food for over a month now. However the waiter went back after 3 minutes informing us  that  the pad Thai is not available.I  scanned the menu again and order the bagoong rice instead.But wait there is another bad news the Thai iced tea was also out of stock. Huh?! impossible, Surely it’s extremely odd but  no choice.

The only consolation was our food served hot and quick. 

Bagoong rice P128

To die for. Tender meat with sweet and sour sauce, egg omelet cooked just right,  green mango strips with nuts and onions and the jasmine rice sauteed in bagoong. Truly delectable.The star of our table.

5 spoons for this dish

Crispy catfish with mango salad was another signature Thai recipe. The serving was good enough for four.This salad appetizer taste sweet, sour, salty, nutty and spicy hot.It was both look and taste good.

Crispy catfish with mango salad P243

Thai spring roll 3pcs P89

No difference with the spring roll serves locally, but for the P89  it was a good deal.We spent around P560, not bad. The only disappointment was the pad thai and thai iced tea but overall t was a nice experience

Krung Thai 

G/F Marikina Public Market, W. Paz cor. M. Cruz 

Sta. Elena Marikina

646-4041 



Coron Loop 2nd day in paradise

 For my 1st day in Coron click here =)

The loud  alarm  coming from  my mobile phone woke me up at exactly 7am. My second day to paradise, and the much awaited Coron loop tour.I packed my things and went immeidately to the nook insode the lodge. I need to move fast the tour will begin in less than an hour. Though I feel worned out from yesterday's trek im still jubilant. 


Like my usual day in Manila I started the day with a cup of coffee and  Lucky me La paz batchoy that my hubby gave to me before I left Manila. I need stamina for this  whole day trip.I quickly finished my breakfast and contact Mae Linsangan from corongaleri.

pleasing view while having breakfast

Corongaleri is one of the travel agencies in Coron Palawan  that gives tourist cheapest way to explore the island. The join tour range from P650-1500 each.It includes entrance fees, tour guides,boat and packed lunch.Mae and Al are popular in Coron, Their tarpaulin can be easily seen in the entire town.We choose the P650 tour We opt to add Skeleton Wreck for P100. By the way snorkeling mask not included but can be rented for P100.00. 
The tour started at exactly 8:30am after a short briefing in the office we walked down to the wharf. 

THE P650.00 tour:

1. Kayangan Lake  
2. Twin Peaks Reef 
3. Twin Lagoons 
4. Atwayan Beach 
5. CYC Island   

 Approaching Kayangan Lake

Kayangan Lake said to be the cleanest lake in the Philippines(entrance fee P200). Located in the northern part of Coron it is a must experienced spot. To get there you need to climb a steep slope on the side of the mountain and get down to see the lake . The view from the top is sublime, truly enchanting. There was also a cave on top but our guide advised us not to go inside.According to him the Tagbanua's occupied the cave as a shelter during storms.  The lake itself is vast. The water is very clear with small fish abounding. 

under water video of Kayangan Lake

Kayangan Cave 

Most photographed spot in Coron Kayangan Lake view from top

abundant fish in the lake 

Twin Peaks (entrance fee P50) is a snorkeling site.Abundant corals and colorful fishes under the sea. I feel like im inside a huge aquarium.It was mesmerizing.We spent 1 hour at Twin Peaks but because of strong current out boatman/tourguide decided to leave immediately.

approaching twin peaks

Niko at Twin Peaks

colurful corals

I found nemo =)

The next stop is Atwayan Beach (entrance fee P100) White sand beach with cottage on the coast.We ate our lunch here. We had grilled fish, tomatoes and onions ensalada and lechon kawali, prepared by our boatman. After meal I took a quick nap. The sweet melody from the guitar woke me up.The locals were singing.and I gladly listened.We had a little chat and I found out that the government gave them this place to take care of.The entrance fees that we paid was divided on the number of Tagbanuas living in the  barangay.

approaching Atwayan Beach

nice work Niko !

it was a relaxing view

What is this fish called?

It was  a quarter past 12 noon when I heard our tourguide voice again. He was calling me and Niko since we are on the far end side of the beach. Its time to go he said. I hopped in the boat again and asked if where is our next destination.

CYC Island is our next stop. (free entrance) The tour guide  was continously talking and informing us what happened to CYS Island. The look from afar was not appealing after all. It was a government owned  he said,  no  one is taking good care of the island. The boats are not allowed to go nearby the island since there was a lot of mangroves and jellyfish.Not safe according to our boatman.I am tired honestly.I didnt joined the group. Im saving my energy to our  last 2 stops. Besides, I can taste the salty sea water I dont really liked it. 

 

 CYC Island

 

Our 5th destination is Twin Lagoon. It was surrounded by huge limestone formation called Mt Calis.It was filed with saltwater and freshwater.To get to the other side of the lagoon we need to pass through a narrow opening only visible during low tide. It was 60 feet deep. Inside the small lagoon there were a lot of plants clinging on the grey limestone. 

Inside the small lagoon

The passage to the other side of the lagoon

that's me =)

The  of us decided to add siete pecados to our itinerary. We just need to pay the entrance fee. However our boatman said since it was already late we might not enjoy the spot due to strong current or huge waves. So he suggested Skeleton Wreck.

Skeleton Wreck (entrance feeP100) another snorkeling site just across Atwayan beach. Highly recommended because of its stunning coral and ample number of fishes.Superb underwater scenery. Among the other destination I've been too this is the best.Using my snorkeling mask the tip of the of the ship wreck can be seen easily.

skeleton wreck

 

unforgettable experience

After a long and tiring day, I suddenly missed my bed and pillow way back home. The trip was worth it. For P650 tour and P100 snorkeling set rental fee, this is the best tour I ever had. How I wish we have plenty of time, to explore more fascinating spot in Coron. Anyways here is the summary of my expenses for day 2

Tour for joiners P650.00
Snorkeling rental P100.00
bottle of cola - P15.00


The dinner that night was hosted by Aling Cely the owner of Krystal Lodge. She cooked munggo and fried fish for us. Yehey!! we saved almost P100. I personally want to thank Mai, Aling Cely and Krystal Langit for making our stay extra special in their lodge, as a matter of fact we are the only filipinos cheked in during that time. They gave us tips and suggestion all through out our stay. 

for cheap tours please contact

Mae Linsangan of corongaleri
http://www.corongaleri.com.ph/
contact numbers

0920-2546553 

0915-2543246